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BLS Scholarship Application

Better Living for Seniors Hillsborough will be awarding a $1,000 scholarship to a Hillsborough County student in good standing who is enrolled in a post-secondary program in preparation for a career working with older adults. Application deadline is June 4, 2026. Finalists will be notified and scheduled for a virtual interview by July 9, 2026. One winner will be presented with the award at the August 24 BLS meeting.
Applicant Information
Current Educational Information
Previous Educational Information
Previous Educational Information #2 (if applicable)
Related Experience
Please list your most relevant experience including paid employment, homemaking, volunteer work and/or community service in chronological order, starting with the most recent position (no resumes)
Related Experience - Question 2 (if applicable)
Please list your most relevant experience including paid employment, homemaking, volunteer work and/or community service in chronological order, starting with the most recent position (no resumes)
Related Experience - Question 3 (if applicable)
Please list your most relevant experience including paid employment, homemaking, volunteer work and/or community service in chronological order, starting with the most recent position (no resumes)
Will you be working during this school year?
What is your current method of tuition payment?
Contributions for educational expenses (tuition, housing, food, books, other)

Responses must total 100%
Please tell us in 300 words or less why you are interested in pursuing a career that involves working with older adults.
By submitting this scholarship application, you confirm that all information provided is accurate and truthful. Please note that incomplete applications will not be reviewed or considered. This scholarship oppportunity is for students residing in Hillsborough County only.